How To Upgrade Paramount Plus On Amazon Prime

The Great Streaming Switcheroo: Paramount Plus on Amazon

So, you're thinking about Paramount Plus. Good choice! Except... you got it through Amazon Prime, didn't you?

Here's the thing: I might have an unpopular opinion. Subscribing to streaming services *through* other streaming services? It's like ordering pizza through your dentist. Sure, they *can* do it, but should they?

Option 1: The Great Unsubscribe (and Resubscribe)

First, bravely venture into the depths of your Amazon Prime Video settings.

Look for "Channels." It's usually hiding, like that one sock that always disappears in the dryer. Find Paramount Plus and hit that "Cancel Subscription" button with the force of a thousand suns!

Don't worry, Tom Cruise won't personally come to your house to yell at you. Probably.

Once you've officially broken up with Paramount Plus through Amazon, go directly to the Paramount Plus website. Sign up there. Yes, I know it seems radical, but trust me.

You're now free! You can download the Paramount Plus app directly onto your smart TV, phone, or whatever gizmo you use. No more going through Amazon.

Option 2: The Account Linking Tango (Maybe)

Okay, this one is a bit trickier. Sometimes, and I stress sometimes, Paramount Plus lets you link your Amazon Prime subscription.

You'll have to poke around the Paramount Plus app or website. Look for something like "Link Account" or "Sign In With Provider."

If it works, congratulations! You've successfully navigated the streaming labyrinth. If not... well, see Option 1.

Option 3: Embrace the Amazon Way (If You Must)

Look, I get it. Maybe you love having everything in one place. Maybe you're deeply committed to the Amazon ecosystem. That's fine!

The upside is that it's *generally* easier to manage all of your channels within the Amazon Prime Video interface.

Just be aware that you might miss out on some features or promotions that are only available through a direct Paramount Plus subscription.

Why Bother Switching Anyway?

Okay, real talk: the Amazon Prime Video interface can be... a lot.

Sometimes the search is wonky and that *Yellowstone* spin-off you're looking for takes an hour to find. That's another reason to use the Paramount Plus app directly.

And let's be honest, having everything through one service means one more point of failure. Why put all your streaming eggs in one basket?

The Final Verdict (My Opinion, Anyway)

In my humble opinion, going direct is almost always the best route. You get more control, fewer middlemen, and a potentially better experience.

But hey, you do you! Watch Star Trek however your heart desires.

Just remember, the next time you're wrestling with your streaming subscriptions, think of this article and remember: you have options! And maybe, just maybe, ordering pizza *should* be left to the pizza places.